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The Creator State

The Creator State: a theory and a novel

by Sandra Walter May 24, 2010

My first novel, The Creator State, contains a theory about the connection artists have to the collective consciousness when they create. The theory behind The Creator State is gaining credibility in the nonfiction realm with the recent discoveries in quantum physics. I’ll be writing more about that over the summer.
My book explores a few exciting [...]

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Stick to the vision, but allow for brilliance

by Sandra Walter May 17, 2010

Lynne Drexler is my new inspiration. I ran across her paintings in an ad for the McCormick Gallery in Art News, and saw a few more at the Artropolis show in Chicago this month. Something about her work clicks with me, and she is influencing my latest “Vision” series as of 10pm last night.
The section [...]

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Dreaming of Lilac time …

by Sandra Walter April 7, 2010

We continually search for divine intervention,
seeking higher sources greater than ourselves to guide, answer, and enlighten.
When we finally realize this power exists within ourselves,
our faith in each other will be more than enough.
- The Creator State
photo: Lilacs at Morton arboretum last Spring.
Can’t wait until they return next month!

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Empower yourself

by Sandra Walter April 5, 2010

No act of creation goes unnoticed. Whether it’s a sculpture made in your quiet studio or a monologue rehearsed to an empty theater, your  expression activates the law of attraction. Like attracts like. Your art magnetizes more creativity to your creative power with each action you take. It broadens your creative bandwidth. And what could [...]

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Why use the Creator State?

by Sandra Walter April 1, 2010

Reason #1
There is enough mediocrity in the arts and entertainment world. Show us the real thing! Good art is contagious; spread a killer outbreak of brilliance!
Reason #2
You have a unique interpretation to share with the world. You don’t know who your work will affect; art is mystical in this way. You cannot spend time trying [...]

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How to find your Creator State: The final step

by Sandra Walter March 29, 2010

Every artistic expression wants a life of its own, a moment to exist, to be alive. Some pieces or performances are going to vibrate with that specific niche where you discover a freedom to create, a knowing, your true talent.
Tap into your talents and discover something new within yourself.
Don’t demand to feel something astounding, or [...]

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How to find your Creator State: Step Seven

by Sandra Walter March 25, 2010

Surrender to the art
The switch from being creative to being a creator is magical. When you allow the natural forces of art to enter your creative process, everything changes. Let your art speak to you, guide you, tell you its secrets. Allow the mysteries of your own creativity to entice you to go further. Surrender.
Radiate [...]

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How to find your Creator State: Step Six

by Sandra Walter March 22, 2010

Create with abandon
Open up your creative channels. Forget yourself and live as your creation. See what happens. It should feel joyous. Create with abandon.
You may feel these sensations:
• the presence of the art within yourself
• an expansion of your awareness
• the energy of the art growing around you, and your own energy expanding to meet [...]

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How to find your Creator State: Step Five

by Sandra Walter March 18, 2010

Breathe
Take a moment to open yourself to what your art, the piece you are about to express, wants.
If it existed without you, what would it look like, feel like, sound like? What would the universe want to say through this art? Let the channels open between you, the art, and the creative consciousness. Let the [...]

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How to find your Creator State: Step Four

by Sandra Walter March 15, 2010

Select a supportive environment
After the homework is done, after the ego and doubt removal are complete, you are ready to give this new sensation a go. Your first venture can be alone or with others, as long as you are in a supportive, safe environment. Try to make your first attempt a rehearsal, not opening [...]

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